Scholarships

Those Bachelor’s degree students who begin their studies on or after 1.8.2024 may apply for a Metropolia scholarship based on completing Metropolia’s Finnish language courses (Finnish 1, Finnish 2, Finnish 3 and Finnish 4) and completing a national Finnish language level test (National Certificates of Language Proficiency, YKI(opens a new tab)) as described below.

Each student may be granted a scholarship at maximum three times during their Bachelor’s degree studies at Metropolia. The scholarship will be granted only once per academic year. During the first academic year the students are entitled to a scholarship amounting €1,000 by completing courses Finnish 1 and Finnish 2 with a minimum of grade 3 in both courses. During the second academic year the students are entitled to a scholarship amounting €2,000 by completing courses Finnish 3 and Finnish 4 with a minimum of grade 3 in both. During the third academic year the scholarship amounting €3,000 euros will be granted for students on the basis of the intermediate level of the National Certificates of Language Profiency (YKI-test(opens a new tab)) in Finnish. To be entitled for Metropolia scholarship the YKI-test must be taken and completed while enrolled as present student at Metropolia.

The first and second scholarships are granted on the basis of Finnish language courses taken at Metropolia. Other Finnish language courses do not provide eligibility for the scholarship. Therefore, do not apply for RPL (recognition of prior learning) if you intend to apply for a scholarship. 

The Finnish language courses at Metropolia that provide eligibility for the scholarship:

Common course codes for all degrees (OPS 2024 and OPS 2025):                               

• Finnish 1 (A1.2): XX00EL05
• Finnish 2 (A1.3–A2.1): XX00EL11
• Finnish 3 (A2.1–A2.2): XX00EL30
• Finnish 4 (A2.2–B1.1): XX00EN47

Other course codes that provide eligibility for the scholarship (OPS 2024): 

• Finnish 1: SX00FD54, TX00EN52
• Finnish 2: SX00FD68, TX00EN53
• Finnish 3: SX00FD78, TX00EN54
• Finnish 4: SX00FD84, TX00EN55

To be eligible to apply for the first scholarship, you must obtain a grade 3, 4 or 5 (5 being the best) in both Finnish 1 and Finnish 2. If you get a grade 0, 1 or 2 in either of the two courses, you will not be entitled to the first scholarship. The value of the first scholarship is €1,000. Equally, for the second scholarship, you must obtain a grade 3, 4 or 5 in both the Finnish 3 and Finnish 4 courses. The second scholarship is worth €2,000.

If you already speak Finnish well, do not apply for RPL. Contact the course teacher. The Finnish language teacher will roughly assess whether your skills meet the oral and written objectives set for a particular course. If your skills seem to be sufficient, the teacher will give you instructions on how to demonstrate your oral and written skills. The conditions (grade and course equivalence) and amount (in euros) of the scholarship are the same as above. Please note that you must demonstrate your skills for each course separately. Once you have demonstrated your competence or participated in the Finnish 1 and Finnish 2 courses, you can apply for the first scholarship. Once you have demonstrated your competence or participated in Finnish 3 and Finnish 4, you can apply for the second scholarship. 

According to Metropolia’s degree regulations, you have the right to retake a failed oral and/or written exam twice and a passed exam once at a time specified by the teacher. Unless you can establish a justifiable cause for your absence from an examination or retake, the absence will be considered a performance failure. Raising the grades for class activity and course assignments is not possible. The teachers will explain how the course grade is determined. An approved grade for the whole course cannot be raised.

For the third scholarship, a proficiency level assessment 3 in the intermediate level of the National Certificates of Language Proficiency (YKI) test is required. Other language qualifications or courses of study do not provide eligibility for the scholarship. To apply for the third scholarship, you must obtain a grade 3 in each of the four subtests of the intermediate level of Finnish (text comprehension, writing, listening comprehension and speaking). The value of the third scholarship is €3,000.

YKI system

The YKI (National Certificates of Language Proficiency)(opens a new tab) test evaluates real-life Finnish skills. It is used for employment, education, and citizenship. The YKI certificates are official, nationally recognised, language certificates, used e.g. in job search, higher education admissions and citizenship applications. The YKI certificates are based on your language skills. The tests measure your Finnish skills in speaking, writing, listening comprehension, and reading comprehension.

The YKI system(opens a new tab)(opens a new tab) consists of three levels: basic, intermediate and advanced level. Each level is further divided into two sub-levels.

YKI Intermediate Level Proficiency 

The YKI intermediate level test can be passed with the YKI skills levels 3 and 4. The minimum requirement for the scholarship is the YKI skills level 3 (equals to B1 level on the CEFR scale(opens a new tab)) in all the categories: speaking, writing, listening comprehension and reading comprehension. The intermediate level YKI 4 equals to CERF scale B2.

More information on YKI proficiency level descriptions(opens a new tab).

More information on CEFR scale(opens a new tab).

The third Metropolia scholarship is applied for on the basis of the intermediate level of the National Certificates of Language Proficiency (YKI) test. The description of the intermediate level:

YKI proficiency level 3 (CEFR scale B1): Understands longer stretches of speech and the central idea from many TV and radio programmes if the topic area is relatively familiar and the speech tempo is normal. Understands ordinary everyday texts but more demanding texts with unfamiliar subject matter may cause difficulties. Can cope in the most common speech situations and is able to write simple, coherent text on everyday topics, even though grammatical and lexical inaccuracies may occasionally hinder comprehension.

YKI proficiency level 4 (CEFR scale B2): Understands normal tempo speech on general topics, but some details may not be understood. Fast spoken language and dialects, however, cause difficulties. Has no difficulty understanding texts dealing with general topics, although some nuances conveyed in the text may not be clear. Copes fairly well in a variety of both official and unofficial speech situations. Is able to write both private and semi-official texts and to express thoughts as a coherent whole.

Finnish courses: which course and when?

In the YKI test, you will demonstrate what you can do with the language. In addition to active studying in Finnish courses, reaching the YKI proficiency levels requires practising your language skills in everyday life. 

The combination of Finnish courses in Metropolia designed to target the YKI intermediate level proficiency, when the starting level is 0:

• Finnish 1
• Finnish 2 (+ Towards YKI 1)
• Finnish 3 (+ Towards YKI 2)
• Finnish 4 (+ Towards YKI 3)
• (Finnish for Professionals 1)
• (Finnish for Professionals 2) 

Courses are recommended taken in this order. If your starting level in Finnish is not 0 (CEFR), contact your study counsellor. Check your degree programme to see how many optional Finnish as a second language courses you can take.

Complete courses Finnish 1-4 at Metropolia to get your first and second scholarships. For the third scholarship, you can take courses also elsewhere at your own expense, see e.g. Finnishcourses.fi(opens a new tab). Check also the Finnish language materials and tips collected to Kielibuusti(opens a new tab) and Career Center by JobTeaser(opens a new tab).

Once you complete the Finnish courses or complete an YKI-test according to the instructions above, you should submit your scholarship application by filling in the application:

Bachelor's Degree student, apply for a scholarships via e-form(opens a new tab) (requires login with Metropolia credentials)

NB! When you applying for the first and the second scholarship, the completion of Finnish language courses 1-4 will be checked from the transcript of records by the Student Services. You do not need to provide a copy your transcript of records.

NB! When you are applying for the third scholarship (based on YKI-test): Fill in the scholarship application and attach a copy of your Finnish language test certificate (YKI-test) to you application. After sending the scholarship application you need to show the original certificate of the Finnish language test (YKI-test) personally at the Student Services at campus. Your scholarship application cannot be processed until you have provided the required original certificate at the Student and Admission Services.

Once your application is processed and scholarship is granted to you, the scholarship will be paid to your bank account.

General questions on Metropolia scholarships

• Metropolia Student Services: studentservices [at] metropolia.fi (studentservices[at]metropolia[dot]fi(opens a new tab)) 

National Certificates of Language Proficiency:

• Finnish National Agency for Education (OPH): https://www.oph.fi/en/national-certificates-language-proficiency-yki(opens a new tab)
• University of Jyväskylä, demonstration test of YKI-test: http://ykitesti.solki.jyu.fi/tutustu-testiin/testifin/(opens a new tab)

Scholarship coordinator: special cases

• Anna-Maija Autere (anna-maija.autere [at] metropolia.fi (anna-maija[dot]autere[at]metropolia[dot]fi(opens a new tab)))

Language courses: 

• Enquiries on a possible language course offered by your own degree programme: contact your degree programme
• Implementation-specific questions about Finnish language courses: contact the course teacher

The YKI tests are organised by authorised test centres on publically announced dates(opens a new tab) around Finland:

• You can decide which test date and test centre you plan to complete your test at.
• Please note that the test spots tend to fill up quickly in the Helsinki region, and therefore it is highly recommended to enroll to the tests as soon as the enrolment opens. You are responsible for enrolling in time for the test of your choice.
• You are responsible for paying the test fee.

You can read more information on Metropolia's guidelines concerning tuition fees and scholarships.

Those Master’s degree students who begin their studies on or after 1.8.2024 may apply for a Metropolia scholarship based on their national Finnish language level test (National Certificates of Language Proficiency, YKI(opens a new tab)). The YKI system consists of basic, intermediate and advanced levels. Passing the basic level grade 1 (corresponds to CEFR level A1) entitles the student to a scholarship amounting €1,000, the basic level grade 2 (corresponds to CEFR level A2) to a scholarship amounting €2,000 euros and the intermediate level grade 3 (corresponds to CEFR level B1) to scholarship amounting €3,000.

Note that a Master’s degree student may apply and be granted the scholarship only once during their master’s degree studies at Metropolia. To be entitled for Metropolia scholarship the YKI-test must be taken and completed while enrolled as present student at Metropolia.

YKI system 

The YKI certificates are official, nationally recognised, language certificates, used e.g. in job search, higher education admissions and citizenship applications. The YKI certificates are based on your language skills. The tests measure your Finnish skills in speaking, writing, listening comprehension, and reading comprehension.

The YKI system(opens a new tab) consists of three levels: basic, intermediate and advanced level. Each level is further divided into two sub-levels.

You will take either the basic or the intermediate level test. In the basic test, your speaking, writing, listening and listening comprehension skills will be assessed on a scale of less than 1, 1 or 2. YKI 1 and YKI 2 are therefore the same test with different proficiency level assessments. In the intermediate test, your skills will be assessed on a scale of less than 3, 3 or 4.

YKI Basic Level Proficiency 

The YKI basic level test can be passed with the YKI skills levels 1 and 2. The minimum requirement for the scholarship is the YKI skills level 1 (equals to A1 level on the CEFR scale(opens a new tab)(opens a new tab)(opens a new tab)) in all the categories: speaking, writing, listening comprehension and reading comprehension.

YKI proficiency level 1 (CEFR scale A1): Understands in slow and clear speech simple basic expressions that are directly related to the learner’s own life or concern the immediate concrete environment. Is able to retrieve information from simple, short texts. Copes with the very simplest speech situations, but speech is slow and very disjointed, with possibly defective pronunciation and/or language skills. Is capable of writing extremely short texts that contain numerous linguistic defects.

YKI proficiency level 2 (CEFR scale A2): Understands clear and simplified speech dealing with everyday, familiar matters. Understands with ease short, simple messages and gets the gist of texts dealing with everyday topics. Copes with routine speech situations requiring simple exchanges of information, even though pronunciation or general language skills may still be defective. Is capable of writing concise, simple texts about everyday matters, but the text may be fragmented.

More information on YKI proficiency level descriptions(opens a new tab)(opens a new tab)(opens a new tab)

YKI Intermediate Level Proficiency

The YKI intermediate level test can be passed with the YKI skills levels 3 and 4. The minimum requirement for the scholarship is the YKI skills level 3 (equals to B1 level on the CEFR scale(opens a new tab)(opens a new tab)(opens a new tab)) in all the categories: speaking, writing, listening comprehension and reading comprehension.

YKI proficiency level 3 (CEFR scale B1): Understands longer stretches of speech and the central idea from many TV and radio programmes if the topic area is relatively familiar and the speech tempo is normal. Understands ordinary everyday texts but more demanding texts with unfamiliar subject matter may cause difficulties. Can cope in the most common speech situations and is able to write simple, coherent text on everyday topics, even though grammatical and lexical inaccuracies may occasionally hinder comprehension.

YKI proficiency level 4 (CEFR scale B2): Understands normal tempo speech on general topics, but some details may not be understood. Fast spoken language and dialects, however, cause difficulties. Has no difficulty understanding texts dealing with general topics, although some nuances conveyed in the text may not be clear. Copes fairly well in a variety of both official and unofficial speech situations. Is able to write both private and semi-official texts and to express thoughts as a coherent whole.

More information on YKI proficiency level descriptions(opens a new tab)(opens a new tab)(opens a new tab)

More information on CEFR scale(opens a new tab).

Scholarship amount determination

The scholarship is granted on the basis of the National Certificates of Language Proficiency (YKI) Finnish language skills assessment. You can only receive one scholarship. 

• If you score 1 on all four subtests (reading, writing, listening comprehension and speaking), you can apply for a scholarship of €1,000.
• If you score 2 on all four subtests (reading, writing, listening comprehension and speaking), you can apply for a scholarship of €2,000.
• If you score a 3 on all four subtests (reading, writing, listening comprehension and speaking), you can apply for a scholarship of €3,000. 

Finnish courses: which course and when?

In the YKI test, you will demonstrate what you can do with the language. In addition to active studying in Finnish courses, reaching the YKI skills levels requires practising your language skills in everyday life. 

The combination of Finnish courses in Metropolia designed to target the YKI intermediate level proficiency when the starting level is 0:

• Finnish 1
• Finnish 2 > Towards YKI 1
• Finnish 3 > Towards YKI 2
• Finnish 4 > Towards YKI 3
• Finnish for Professionals 1
• (Finnish for Professionals 2) 

Courses are recommended taken in this order. If your starting level in Finnish is not 0 (CEFR), contact your study counsellor. Check your degree programme to see how many optional Finnish as a second language courses you can take.

You can also take courses elsewhere at your own expense, see e.g. Finnishcourses.fi.(opens a new tab) Check also the Finnish language materials and tips collected to Kielibuusti(opens a new tab) and Career Center by JobTeaser(opens a new tab).

Once you complete the Finnish courses or pass an YKI-test according to the instructions above, you should submit your scholarship application by filling in the application:

Master's degree student, apply for a scholarship via e-form(opens a new tab) (requires login with Metropolia credentials)

NB! Fill in the scholarship application and attach a a copy of your Finnish language test certificate (YKI-test) to you application. After sending the scholarship application you need to show the original certificate of the Finnish language test (YKI-test) personally at the Student Services at campus. Your scholarship application cannot be processed until you have provided the required original certificate at the Student and Admission Services.

Once your application is processed and scholarship is granted to you, the scholarship will be paid to your bank account.

General questions on Metropolia scholarships

• Metropolia Student Services: studentservices [at] metropolia.fi (studentservices[at]metropolia[dot]fi(opens a new tab)) 

National Certificates of Language Proficiency:

• Finnish National Agency for Education (OPH): https://www.oph.fi/en/national-certificates-language-proficiency-yki(opens a new tab)
• University of Jyväskylä, demonstration test of YKI-test: http://ykitesti.solki.jyu.fi/tutustu-testiin/testifin/(opens a new tab)

Scholarship coordinator: special cases

• Anna-Maija Autere (anna-maija.autere [at] metropolia.fi (anna-maija[dot]autere[at]metropolia[dot]fi(opens a new tab)))

Language courses: 

• Enquiries on a possible language course offered by your own degree programme: contact your degree programme
• Implementation-specific questions about Finnish language courses: contact the course teacher

The YKI tests are organised by authorised test centres on publically announced dates(opens a new tab) around Finland:

• You can decide which test date and test centre you plan to complete your test at.
• Please note that the test spots tend to fill up quickly in the Helsinki region, and therefore it is highly recommended to enroll to the tests as soon as the enrolment opens. You are responsible for enrolling in time for the test of your choice.
• You are responsible for paying the test fee.

You can read more information on Metropolia's guidelines concerning tuition fees and scholarships.

For students who began their studies between 1 January 2019 and 31 July 2024, the Metropolia scholarship is awarded based on a national Finnish language level test (National Certificates of Language Proficiency, YKI). The YKI system consists of basic, intermediate and advanced levels. The YKI test must be completed during your studies at Metropolia. By passing each level at the YKI test, you are entitled to a scholarship of €3,000. Therefore, you can receive the scholarship max. three times during your studies. The scholarship can be granted once per academic year. The grant scheme applies to both Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes.

For students in Master’s Degree Programme, it is possible to achieve at least one scholarship. Please note that reaching the intermediate level in the YKI system and therefore receiving a second scholarship within two academic years would require a substantial amount of independent work (including speaking and writing in Finnish in everyday life) in addition to taking Finnish classes..

In order to get the first scholarship, you should reach at least the level 1 (A1) in all of the skill components: speaking, writing, listening comprehension, and reading comprehension. In order to get the second scholarship, you should reach at least the level 3 (B1) in all of the skill components mentioned above. In order to get the third scholarship you should reach at least the level 5 (C1) in all of the skill components. If any of the skill components are graded below the required level (level 1 for the basic level test and level 3 for the intermediate level test), the student is not eligible for the scholarship.

National language proficiency test (YKI)

The YKI certificates are official, nationally recognised, language certificates, used for example in job search, higher education admissions and application for nationality. The YKI certificates are based on your skills to use the language. The tests measure your Finnish skills in speaking, writing, listening comprehension, and reading comprehension. The YKI system consists of three levels: the basic, intermediate and advanced levels.

YKI Basic Level Proficiency 

The YKI basic level test can be passed with the YKI skills levels 1 and 2. The minimum requirement for the scholarship is the YKI skills level 1 (equals to A1 level on the CEFR scale) in all the categories: speaking, writing, listening comprehension and reading comprehension.

YKI proficiency level 1 (CEFR scale A1): Understands in slow and clear speech simple basic expressions that are directly related to the learner’s own life or concern the immediate concrete environment. Is able to retrieve information from simple, short texts. Copes with the very simplest speech situations, but speech is slow and very disjointed, with possibly defective pronunciation and/or language skills. Is capable of writing extremely short texts that contain numerous linguistic defects.

YKI proficiency level 2 (CEFR scale A2): Understands clear and simplified speech dealing with everyday, familiar matters. Understands with ease short, simple messages and gets the gist of texts dealing with everyday topics. Copes with routine speech situations requiring simple exchanges of information, even though pronunciation or general language skills may still be defective. Is capable of writing concise, simple texts about everyday matters, but the text may be fragmented.

More information on YKI proficiency level descriptions

YKI Intermediate Level Proficiency

The YKI intermediate level test can be passed with the YKI skills levels 3 and 4. The minimum requirement for the scholarship is the YKI skills level 3 (equals to B1 level on the CEFR scale) in all the categories: speaking, writing, listening comprehension and reading comprehension.

YKI proficiency level 3 (CEFR scale B1): Understands longer stretches of speech and the central idea from many TV and radio programmes if the topic area is relatively familiar and the speech tempo is normal. Understands ordinary everyday texts but more demanding texts with unfamiliar subject matter may cause difficulties. Can cope in the most common speech situations and is able to write simple, coherent text on everyday topics, even though grammatical and lexical inaccuracies may occasionally hinder comprehension.

YKI proficiency level 4 (CEFR scale B2): Understands normal tempo speech on general topics, but some details may not be understood. Fast spoken language and dialects, however, cause difficulties. Has no difficulty understanding texts dealing with general topics, although some nuances conveyed in the text may not be clear. Copes fairly well in a variety of both official and unofficial speech situations. Is able to write both private and semi-official texts and to express thoughts as a coherent whole.

More information on YKI proficiency level descriptions

YKI Advanced Level Proficiency

The YKI advanced level test can be passed with the YKI skills levels 5 and 6. The minimum requirement for the scholarship is the YKI skills level 5 (equals to C1 level on the CEFR scale) in all the categories: speaking, writing, listening comprehension and reading comprehension.

YKI proficiency level 5 (CEFR scale C1): Understands all kinds of speech at a normal tempo, even though comprehension sometimes requires a certain amount of effort if the subject matter or the way it is handled is unfamiliar. Understands structurally and linguistically complex texts and contemporary literature. Speaks and writes clearly and fluently on various topics, but the use of less common vocabulary and complex sentence structures may, however, cause difficulties.

YKI proficiency level 6 (CEFR scale C2): Understands a wide range of spoken and written language without difficulty. Experiences only occasional difficulties with subtle differences of tone and nuance in expressions. Speaks and writes extremely fluently in a contextually appropriate style, and is able to express even subtle nuances of meaning. Has a solid command of grammar and vocabulary in almost all situations; even small inaccuracies are rare.

More information on YKI proficiency level descriptions

Depending on your degree programme, you have several options:

• You might have Finnish courses included in your degree (e.g. bachelor programmes in Electronics, European Business Administration, Information Technology, International Business and Logistics). You should always primarily take these courses.
• Some Finnish courses are available also in the selection of Metropolia’s elective courses.(opens a new tab)
• You can also take courses from any institution, see the available courses on e.g. finnishcourses.fi(opens a new tab). However, note that if you have Finnish courses included in your degree, you should first check with your degree programme if and how you can get the courses of your choice recognised in your degree.
• Check also the Finnish language materials and tips collected to the Career Center by(opens a new tab) JobTeaser,(opens a new tab).
• In the YKI test you will demonstrate what you can do with the language. In addition to active studying in Finnish courses, reaching the YKI skills levels requires practising your language skills in the everyday life. If you start from the basics and invest in your Finnish studies, you are expected to reach the minimum level required for the YKI basic level at earliest at the end of the first year spring semester.

Which Finnish courses to take?

• While choosing which courses to take and when, you should take into consideration your possible existing knowledge of Finnish and decide to which test date you aim at. Learning a language depends not only on your motivation, but also on the time you invest in learning and practising the language.
• However, reaching the YKI skills level 2 in the first YKI test is recommendable. This way you will proceed in your learning in an efficient manner and will be able to make the best use of the language courses available next year.
• Below you can see a suggestion of which courses you can take for each level. The elective courses tailored for the YKI tests further support your learning on the basic Finnish 1-4 courses. There are also courses available targeted to more advanced levels (B1-B2).
• Finnish 1 + Finnish 2 + Towards YKI 1
  • YKI basic level exercises in Finnish 1: start practicing the language and get familiar with the YKI test ( reading, listening, writing and speaking tasks)
  • YKI basic level exercises in Finnish 2: deepen the needed skills towards the YKI basic level proficiency
  • with the help of these courses, it can be possible to reach the minimum requirements of the YKI basic level test (at least the level A1) and possibly in some skill categories A2
• Finnish 3 + Towards YKI 2
  • to reach level A2 in all skill categories
• Bachelor students in Electronics and Information Technology
  • Autumn semester:
    • Take the Finnish 1 course of your degree (5 ECTS)
  • Spring semester:
    • Take the Finnish 2 course from your degree (5 ECTS)
    • In addition, take the elective course Towards YKI 1, course code: XX00FJ14
• Bachelor students in European Business Administration and International Business and Logistics
  • Spring semester (1st year):
    • Take the Finnish 1 course of your degree (5 ECTS)
  • Autumn semester:
    • Take the Finnish 2 course from your degree (5 ECTS)
    • In addition, you can take the elective course Towards YKI 1, course code: XX00FJ14
  • Spring semester (2nd year)
    • You can take the Finnish 3 course of your degree (5 ECTS) + the elective course Towards YKI 2, course code: XX00FD01
• Bachelor students in Nursing, Master students in Business Informatics, Industrial Management, Information Technology and Health Business Management
  • Autumn semester - take the following elective courses:
    • Finnish 1 (A1.2) (5 ECTS), the course code: X00EL05
  • Spring semester:
    • Finnish 2 (A1.3/A2.1) (5 ECTS), the course code: XX00EL11
    • Towards YKI 1, course code XX00FJ14

Depending on your degree programme, you have several options: 

• You might have Finnish courses included in your degree (e.g. bachelor programmes in Electronics, European Business Administration, Information Technology, International Business and Logistics). You should always primarily take these courses.
• Some Finnish courses are available also in the selection of Metropolia’s elective courses.
• You can also take courses from any institution, see the available courses on e.g. finnishcourses.fi and Campus Online. However, note that if you have Finnish courses included in your degree, you should first check with your degree programme if and how you can get the courses of your choice recognised in your degree.
• Check also the Finnish language materials and tips collected to the Career Center by JobTeaser, register with Metropolia’s email address.

Which Finnish courses to take?

• While choosing which courses to take and when, you should take into consideration your possible existing knowledge of Finnish and decide to which test date you aim at. Learning a language depends not only on your motivation, but also on the time you invest in learning and practising the language.
• However, reaching the YKI skills level 2 in the first YKI test is recommendable. This way you will proceed in your learning in an efficient manner and will be able to make the best use of the language courses available next year.
• Below you can see a suggestion of which courses you can take for each level. The elective courses tailored for the YKI tests further support your learning on the basic Finnish 1-4 courses. There are also courses available targeted to more advanced levels (B1-B2).

Basic level:

• Finnish 1 + Finnish 2 + Towards YKI 1
  • Finnish 1: The course in your degree OR the course code in the electives XX00EL05
  • Finnish 2: The course in your degree OR the course code in the electives XX00EL11
  • Towards YKI 1: The course code in the electives XX00FJ14
• Finnish 3 + Towards YKI 2
  • Finnish 3: The course in your degree OR the course code in the electives XX00EL30
  • Towards YKI 2: The course code in the electives XX00FD01

Intermediate level:

• Finnish 4+Towards YKI 3
  • The course in your degree OR the course code in the electives XX00EN47
  • The course code in the electives XX00FD02

The YKI tests are organised by authorised test centres on publically announced dates(opens a new tab) around Finland:

• You can decide which test date and test centre you plan to complete your test at.
• Please note that the test spots tend to fill up quickly in the Helsinki region, and therefore it is highly recommended to enroll to the tests as soon as the enrolment opens. You are responsible for enrolling in time for the test of your choice.
• You are responsible for paying the test fee.

Once you pass an YKI test and receive the certificate, you should submit your scholarship application via e-form (opens a new tab). (requires login with Metropolia credentials)

NB! Fill in the scholarship application and attach a a copy of your Finnish language test certificate (YKI-test) to you application. After sending the scholarship application you need to show the original certificate of the Finnish language test (YKI-test) personally at the Student Services at campus. Your scholarship application cannot be processed until you have provided the required original certificate at the Student and Admission Services.

Once your application is processed and the scholarship is granted to you, the scholarship will be paid to your bank account.

General questions on Metropolia scholarships

• Metropolia Student Services: studentservices [at] metropolia.fi (studentservices[at]metropolia[dot]fi) 

National Certificates of Language Proficiency:

• Finnish National Agency for Education (OPH): https://www.oph.fi/en/national-certificates-language-proficiency-yki(opens a new tab)
• University of Jyväskylä, demonstration test of YKI-test: http://ykitesti.solki.jyu.fi/tutustu-testiin/testifin/(opens a new tab)

Scholarship coordinator: special cases

• Anna-Maija Autere (anna-maija.autere [at] metropolia.fi (anna-maija[dot]autere[at]metropolia[dot]fi))

Language courses: 

• Enquiries on a possible language course offered by your own degree programme: contact your degree programme
• Implementation-specific questions about Finnish language courses: contact the course teacher

You can read more information on Metropolia's tuition fees and scholarships.